Lanark: A life in four books, by Alasdair Gray. Signed limited edition.
Lanark, by Alasdair Gray, is a groundbreaking work of modern Scottish literature, renowned for its imaginative scope and profound social commentary. Published in 1981, this novel defies easy categorisation, blending elements of science fiction, surrealism, and autobiographical fiction to create a richly layered narrative.
Set in the dystopian city of Unthank, Lanark follows the journey of its eponymous protagonist, Lanark, as he navigates a world that is both familiar and unsettlingly strange. The novel explores themes of identity, creativity, and the human condition, delving into the struggles of alienation and the search for meaning in a fragmented society. Its structure is unconventional, with non-linear storytelling and a blend of realist and fantastical elements that challenge the reader's perceptions and expectations.
Alasdair Gray's artistry is evident not only in his writing but also in his illustrations that accompany the text, adding a unique visual dimension to the narrative. His distinctive style and voice have cemented Lanark as a seminal work, influencing a generation of writers and artists.
This edition was released by Canongate in 1985, following the first edition publication of 1981. It features the cover art and style used in the first US edition, released in the same year. It was released in the UK as a limited edition run, signed, numbered and dated by Gray, in his iconic blocky hand.
This edition is marked 615/1000.
A fine copy, with some light fading to the spine and cover.
Canongate, 1985.
Lanark, by Alasdair Gray, is a groundbreaking work of modern Scottish literature, renowned for its imaginative scope and profound social commentary. Published in 1981, this novel defies easy categorisation, blending elements of science fiction, surrealism, and autobiographical fiction to create a richly layered narrative.
Set in the dystopian city of Unthank, Lanark follows the journey of its eponymous protagonist, Lanark, as he navigates a world that is both familiar and unsettlingly strange. The novel explores themes of identity, creativity, and the human condition, delving into the struggles of alienation and the search for meaning in a fragmented society. Its structure is unconventional, with non-linear storytelling and a blend of realist and fantastical elements that challenge the reader's perceptions and expectations.
Alasdair Gray's artistry is evident not only in his writing but also in his illustrations that accompany the text, adding a unique visual dimension to the narrative. His distinctive style and voice have cemented Lanark as a seminal work, influencing a generation of writers and artists.
This edition was released by Canongate in 1985, following the first edition publication of 1981. It features the cover art and style used in the first US edition, released in the same year. It was released in the UK as a limited edition run, signed, numbered and dated by Gray, in his iconic blocky hand.
This edition is marked 615/1000.
A fine copy, with some light fading to the spine and cover.
Canongate, 1985.
Lanark, by Alasdair Gray, is a groundbreaking work of modern Scottish literature, renowned for its imaginative scope and profound social commentary. Published in 1981, this novel defies easy categorisation, blending elements of science fiction, surrealism, and autobiographical fiction to create a richly layered narrative.
Set in the dystopian city of Unthank, Lanark follows the journey of its eponymous protagonist, Lanark, as he navigates a world that is both familiar and unsettlingly strange. The novel explores themes of identity, creativity, and the human condition, delving into the struggles of alienation and the search for meaning in a fragmented society. Its structure is unconventional, with non-linear storytelling and a blend of realist and fantastical elements that challenge the reader's perceptions and expectations.
Alasdair Gray's artistry is evident not only in his writing but also in his illustrations that accompany the text, adding a unique visual dimension to the narrative. His distinctive style and voice have cemented Lanark as a seminal work, influencing a generation of writers and artists.
This edition was released by Canongate in 1985, following the first edition publication of 1981. It features the cover art and style used in the first US edition, released in the same year. It was released in the UK as a limited edition run, signed, numbered and dated by Gray, in his iconic blocky hand.
This edition is marked 615/1000.
A fine copy, with some light fading to the spine and cover.
Canongate, 1985.
